Skillet Steak Fajitas: A Southern Twist on a Classic Tex-Mex Dish
There’s something so satisfying about making fajitas at home—especially when you can enjoy a deliciously tender and flavorful steak fajita with minimal effort! My Skillet Steak Fajitas recipe brings the bold, savory flavors of the South to your kitchen with just a few simple ingredients. If you’re craving tender steak strips simmered with sweet bell peppers and onions, you’re in for a treat!
For this recipe, I use readily available ingredients from stores like Kroger or Walmart to make a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for any night of the week. Pair these fajitas with store-bought tortillas and your favorite toppings, and you’ve got a mouthwatering Southern meal in no time. You can look forward to my homemade tortilla recipe soon, but until then, the store-bought ones are just as satisfying.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These steak fajitas are tender, flavorful, and super easy to prepare. The combination of Worcestershire and A-1 steak sauce infuses the beef with a tangy, savory depth that perfectly complements the sweetness of the peppers and onions. Whether you’re serving up a casual weeknight dinner or spicing things up for taco night, this recipe is sure to be a hit. Plus, you can customize the toppings to suit everyone’s tastes!
Skillet Steak Fajitas Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds thin-cut beef steak strips
- 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup A-1 steak sauce
- 1/4 cup oil (olive oil or vegetable oil works great)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp Badia Complete seasoning
Instructions:
- Prep your skillet: Heat a large skillet on medium-low and add the oil, Worcestershire sauce, A-1 steak sauce, water, minced garlic, black pepper, salt, cumin, and Badia Complete seasoning. Stir everything to combine.
- Cook the steak and veggies: Add the thin-cut steak strips, sliced bell peppers, and sliced onion to the skillet. Stir to coat everything in the sauce and seasonings.
- Simmer until tender: Cover the skillet with a lid and let everything cook on medium-low heat for about 20-25 minutes, or until the steak is tender and the vegetables are soft. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Optional: Drain excess liquid: If you prefer less liquid in your fajitas, you can drain the excess liquid once the cooking is done. This helps the steak and veggies stay nice and flavorful without being too saucy.
- Serve it up: Serve the tender steak fajitas with fresh flour or corn tortillas, shredded cheese, and your favorite toppings. Some great toppings include sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and jalapeños!
Cooking Tips
- Searing for extra flavor: If you prefer a slightly charred flavor, you can remove the lid during the last few minutes of cooking and turn up the heat a little to sear the edges of the steak and veggies.
- Make it spicy: For a little heat, feel free to toss in some sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Customizable toppings: While I love serving these fajitas with shredded cheese and sour cream, you can get creative! Try avocado slices, pickled onions, or even a drizzle of hot sauce.
Final Thoughts
These Skillet Steak Fajitas are an absolute crowd-pleaser—whether you’re making dinner for the family or impressing guests with your Southern cooking skills. The steak is melt-in-your-mouth tender, while the combination of peppers and onions adds sweetness and crunch. Best of all, it’s an easy, one-pan recipe that’s simple enough for a busy weeknight but tasty enough for a special meal. Stay tuned for my upcoming post where I’ll share how to make homemade tortillas from scratch, but until then, enjoy these steak fajitas with your favorite store-bought tortillas!
Skillet Steak Fajitas
Equipment
- 1 Large Skillet
- 1 chopping board
Ingredients
- 2 pounds thin-cut beef steak strips
- 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup A-1 steak sauce
- 1/4 cup oil (olive oil or vegetable oil works great)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp Badia Complete seasoning
Instructions
- Prep your skillet: Heat a large skillet on medium-low and add the oil, Worcestershire sauce, A-1 steak sauce, water, minced garlic, black pepper, salt, cumin, and Badia Complete seasoning. Stir everything to combine.
- Cook the steak and veggies: Add the thin-cut steak strips, sliced bell peppers, and sliced onion to the skillet. Stir to coat everything in the sauce and seasonings.
- Simmer until tender: Cover the skillet with a lid and let everything cook on medium-low heat for about 20-25 minutes, or until the steak is tender and the vegetables are soft. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Optional: Drain excess liquid: If you prefer less liquid in your fajitas, you can drain the excess liquid once the cooking is done. This helps the steak and veggies stay nice and flavorful without being too saucy.
- Serve it up: Serve the tender steak fajitas with fresh flour or corn tortillas, shredded cheese, and your favorite toppings. Some great toppings include sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and jalapeños!
